My First Orchestra – What you need to know
Imagine it’s the opening night of an orchestral performance. The audience shuffles into their seats, and the atmosphere is filled with anticipation. Some may wonder what is happening backstage. Perhaps one of the violinists just received...
Read moreWhat you need when starting music lessons
Every student and new beginner need to understand that every instrument has a different approach in lessons. Taking piano would require a piano or keyboard at home that allows you to practice your weekly homework on. With other instrument such as...
Read moreThe Power of Music on the Human Psyche
When asked how music influences the mind, not many people will be able to give a straight answer. Human beings are driven by emotion on an everyday basis. Decisions we make, who we connect with, and what we remember are all connected to how the...
Read moreTop 5 Useful Tips for Beginner Musicians.
The first few years in any musician’s journey are usually the most crucial. This fundamental time usually lays the foundation for any artist’s primary creative habits and characteristics. They can also be the very years that decide how far any...
Read moreMusic Lessons for Early Childhood Development
There are several benefits to music lessons for kids. These include social-emotional development, language skills, and improved self-confidence. Music forms an integral part of all world cultures, and it’s vital that children be exposed to...
Read morePiano Practice: a Pain-Free Guide for Parents
If you’re reading this, you are probably the parent of a young pianist. Congratulations! You’ve invested in an experience that will enrich your child’s life for years to come. That’s the good news. But, as we all know, learning the piano is not...
Read moreArtist Focus: Ola Gjeilo
Welcome to Global House of Music’s first Artist Focus. This will be a recurring post, where we will feature a great musician or composer and give you a little practical task to complete, as part of your music learning. In this post we will: Learn...
Read moreWhat is a Soirée?
There are many French words that just don’t translate very well. Think of champagne or rendezvous. Sometimes, these are things you actually have to experience before you can explain what they mean to someone else. Our team recently attended a...
Read moreThe Pros and Cons of Renting an Instrument
The moment your child shows interest in playing an instrument is an exciting time. But it also raises some questions you need to consider. When your child starts taking music lessons, the first big question to ask yourself is whether buying or...
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